Automated driver logs have been the talk of trucking since last April, when the government launched a test that uses satellites to monitor hours of service. But another type of automation is gaining momentum as well: log scanning.

An information display has been developed that lets a driver monitor vehicle performance on a small screen built into his truck’s dashboard.

A number of companies that provide electronic dispatching and trailer-tracking services have adopted a single communication standard that they said combines both systems into a single interface.

Satellite communications pioneer Alan L. Parker, who served as president of Orbcomm from its inception in 1989 until 1998, stepped down from his full-time role with the company last week.

Can a trucking company be held accountable for the failure of a vendor to handle Y2K compliance issues? Some experts are warning carriers to prepare for the worst.

Can a trucking company be held accountable for the failure of a vendor to handle Y2K compliance issues? Some experts are warning carriers to prepare for the worst.

Quake Wireless, San Diego, has developed a satellite communicator that monitors heavy equipment in remote locations.

Over the past few years, truckers have embraced in-cab communication advancements, disproving the perception that they are out of touch with technology. More importantly, these innovations have changed how the industry does business.

Two disputing transponder providers have agreed to work on a deal that would allow truckers to use the in-cab devices in both service zones.

A dispute between two transponder services has prevented some truckers traveling through Oregon from using the in-cab devices that help ease their trip.